Cherry Smoothie
Making a cherry smoothie is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy this flavorful fruit. Here's a simple recipe for a basic cherry smoothie
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cherries pitted
- 1 banana fresh or frozen
- 1 cup yogurt Greek yogurt or your choice
- 1/2 cup milk dairy or plant-based
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup optional, depending on your sweetness preference
- Ice cubes optional for a colder and thicker smoothie
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:If you haven't done so already, pit the cherries. You can buy pre-pitted frozen cherries for convenience.Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
- Blend:In a blender, combine the frozen cherries, banana chunks, yogurt, and milk.If you want a thicker smoothie, you can add a handful of ice cubes.
- Sweeten (Optional):Taste the smoothie and decide if you'd like to add sweetness. If desired, add honey or maple syrup to taste. Blend again to combine.
- Adjust Consistency:If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk in small increments until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve:Pour the cherry smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
- Garnish (Optional):Garnish the smoothie with a few whole cherries on top or a slice of banana for a decorative touch.